What makes Sign of the Times by Cosmic Gate notable?

'Sign of the Times' received acclaim for its fresh take on trance music, charting well in Europe and contributing to the duo's rising profile. The album features tracks that became staples in DJ sets worldwide, influencing a generation of electronic artists and helping to define the sound of late 2000s trance. In 2009, Cosmic Gate was transitioning from their earlier works into a more polished sound with 'Sign of the Times', their fifth studio album. This release followed their successful project 'Earth Mover' and marked a period where they solidified their reputation in the global trance scene, experimenting with collaborations and diverse influences.

Who is Sign of the Times for?

Sign of the Times works well if you're into steady pacing for focused listening, expansive soundscapes for reflection and euphoric melodies for uplifting moods.

How many songs are on Sign of the Times?

Sign of the Times has 13 tracks, running approximately 77 minutes.

Sign of the Times

Cosmic Gate · 2009

77 min · 13 tracks · trance

Euphoric melodies entwine with driving beats, creating an expansive soundscape that embodies the essence of trance.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady pacing for focused listening
expansive soundscapes for reflection
euphoric melodies for uplifting moods
journey-like experience with peaks
for late-night drives

Maybe skip if you want

dislike long, cohesive albums
prefer immediate gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: In 2009, Cosmic Gate was transitioning from their earlier works into a more polished sound with 'Sign of the Times', their fifth studio album. This release followed their successful project 'Earth Mover' and marked a period where they solidified their reputation in the global trance scene, experimenting with collaborations and diverse influences.
Stylistic neighbors: Above & Beyond· Armin van Buuren· Paul van Dyk